Certified Nursing Assistant
The CNA course prepares students to provide personal care in healthcare settings, meeting state and federal requirements and opening pathways to immediate employment and further healthcare careers.
CNA Course Description
Learning Outcomes
Students develop a strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and patient care while learning to observe, assess, and support patients effectively. The course covers patient rights, confidentiality, documentation, communication, and safety procedures, helping students provide compassionate, high-quality care in healthcare settings.Who Should Attend?
Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a crucial step for individuals seeking to work or advance in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other patient care environments.
Eligibility Requirements
This class requires verification that you are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Eligibility must be verified before the class begins.
Step 1: Review the Acceptable Documents for Verification (PDF) for the full list of documentation that qualifies.
Step 2: If you have questions after reviewing the PDF, please contact us.
Enrollment Requirements for CNA Course:
Starting Fall 2026, a physical will be added to the list of requirements to be completed for the courses beginning in 2027.
In response to new industry requirements, students must complete the following steps before enrolling in the CNA course:
-
Create an Account with American DataBank (ADB)
- Purchase the CSI Tracking Package (12 months – $19)
- Purchase Background Check ($54 + additional county fees)
-
Immunization Requirements
- Provide proof of TB test, Flu vaccine, and COVID
- (Exemptions for Flu and COVID are available in ADB.)
- Immunization records must be uploaded to American DataBank.
-
Drug Consent Form
- Electronically sign the drug consent form in ADB.
Note: This does not complete your drug screen
-
Complete a 7+ Panel Drug Screen
- Complete your drug screen at a Physician’s Immediate Care Center (preferred location).
- Results are not uploaded to the American Databank/Complio account. The facility needs to send them directly to rlarsen@csi.edu or faxed 208-736-4743.
-
Sports Physical and Health Declaration form
- Beginning October 5th for 2027 CNA courses.
- Sports physical and declaration form are both uploaded to American Databank.
Step-by-Step Admission Guide for CNA program admission provided here.
After Completion
Once all requirements are completed, HSHS staff will reach out to you with registration instructions using the email associated with your American DataBank Account account.
Need Help?
HSHS Office: 208-732-6700
Workforce Office: 208-732-6310
Additional Costs
- Textbook: $50+ available via CSI bookstore
- Manual Skills Test: $75.00 per attempt
- Written Test: $50.00 per attempt
- Test Registration Fee: $21 due at the time of registration
- Testing Fee: $34 due at the time of testing
- Costs May Vary For:
- Scrubs
- Analog wristwatch with a second hand
- Closed-toed shoes
- 3-ring binder and pen
- Drug Screen
- Background check
- TB test
- Influenza vaccine
- COVID vaccine
Certification and Exam Process
Upon course completion, students may take the required Manual Skills Test and Written Test for placement on the Idaho CNA Registry.
- Skills Test: 5–7 randomly selected skills, about 1 hour, immediate results, up to 3 attempts.
- Written Test: 90 minutes, offered at CSI, HSHS, and Burley, registration through HSHS, up to 3 attempts.
- Idaho CNA Registry: Remains active with at least 8 hours of CNA employment every 2 years. Extended inactivity may require retesting.
Explore Your Career Options
If you are interested in learning about career opportunities in the Magic Valley take a look below.
If you are interested in learning more about our Work-Based Learning Center resources explore your options below.
Instructor Bio
Alma Padron
CNA Course Description
Learning Outcomes
Students develop a strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and patient care while learning to observe, assess, and support patients effectively. The course covers patient rights, confidentiality, documentation, communication, and safety procedures, helping students provide compassionate, high-quality care in healthcare settings.Who Should Attend?
Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a crucial step for individuals seeking to work or advance in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other patient care environments.
Eligibility Requirements
This class requires verification that you are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Eligibility must be verified before the class begins.
Step 1: Review the Acceptable Documents for Verification (PDF) for the full list of documentation that qualifies.
Step 2: If you have questions after reviewing the PDF, please contact us.
Enrollment Requirements for CNA Course:
Starting Fall 2026, a physical will be added to the list of requirements to be completed for the courses beginning in 2027.
In response to new industry requirements, students must complete the following steps before enrolling in the CNA course:
-
Create an Account with American DataBank (ADB)
- Purchase the CSI Tracking Package (12 months – $19)
- Purchase Background Check ($54 + additional county fees)
-
Immunization Requirements
- Provide proof of TB test, Flu vaccine, and COVID
- (Exemptions for Flu and COVID are available in ADB.)
- Immunization records must be uploaded to American DataBank.
-
Drug Consent Form
- Electronically sign the drug consent form in ADB.
Note: This does not complete your drug screen
-
Complete a 7+ Panel Drug Screen
- Complete your drug screen at a Physician’s Immediate Care Center (preferred location).
- Results are not uploaded to the American Databank/Complio account. The facility needs to send them directly to rlarsen@csi.edu or faxed 208-736-4743.
-
Sports Physical and Health Declaration form
- Beginning October 5th for 2027 CNA courses.
- Sports physical and declaration form are both uploaded to American Databank.
Step-by-Step Admission Guide for CNA program admission provided here.
After Completion
Once all requirements are completed, HSHS staff will reach out to you with registration instructions using the email associated with your American DataBank Account account.
Need Help?
HSHS Office: 208-732-6700
Workforce Office: 208-732-6310
Additional Costs
- Textbook: $50+ available via CSI bookstore
- Manual Skills Test: $75.00 per attempt
- Written Test: $50.00 per attempt
- Test Registration Fee: $21 due at the time of registration
- Testing Fee: $34 due at the time of testing
- Costs May Vary For:
- Scrubs
- Analog wristwatch with a second hand
- Closed-toed shoes
- 3-ring binder and pen
- Drug Screen
- Background check
- TB test
- Influenza vaccine
- COVID vaccine
Certification and Exam Process
Upon course completion, students may take the required Manual Skills Test and Written Test for placement on the Idaho CNA Registry.
- Skills Test: 5–7 randomly selected skills, about 1 hour, immediate results, up to 3 attempts.
- Written Test: 90 minutes, offered at CSI, HSHS, and Burley, registration through HSHS, up to 3 attempts.
- Idaho CNA Registry: Remains active with at least 8 hours of CNA employment every 2 years. Extended inactivity may require retesting.
Explore Your Career Options
If you are interested in learning about career opportunities in the Magic Valley take a look below.
If you are interested in learning more about our Work-Based Learning Center resources explore your options below.
Instructor Bio
Eliecea Wheeler
CNA Course Description
Learning Outcomes
Students develop a strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and patient care while learning to observe, assess, and support patients effectively. The course covers patient rights, confidentiality, documentation, communication, and safety procedures, helping students provide compassionate, high-quality care in healthcare settings.Who Should Attend?
Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a crucial step for individuals seeking to work or advance in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other patient care environments.
Eligibility Requirements
This class requires verification that you are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Eligibility must be verified before the class begins.
Step 1: Review the Acceptable Documents for Verification (PDF) for the full list of documentation that qualifies.
Step 2: If you have questions after reviewing the PDF, please contact us.
Enrollment Requirements for CNA Course:
Starting Fall 2026, a physical will be added to the list of requirements to be completed for the courses beginning in 2027.
In response to new industry requirements, students must complete the following steps before enrolling in the CNA course:
-
Create an Account with American DataBank (ADB)
- Purchase the CSI Tracking Package (12 months – $19)
- Purchase Background Check ($54 + additional county fees)
-
Immunization Requirements
- Provide proof of TB test, Flu vaccine, and COVID
- (Exemptions for Flu and COVID are available in ADB.)
- Immunization records must be uploaded to American DataBank.
-
Drug Consent Form
- Electronically sign the drug consent form in ADB.
Note: This does not complete your drug screen
-
Complete a 7+ Panel Drug Screen
- Complete your drug screen at a Physician’s Immediate Care Center (preferred location).
- Results are not uploaded to the American Databank/Complio account. The facility needs to send them directly to rlarsen@csi.edu or faxed 208-736-4743.
-
Sports Physical and Health Declaration form
- Beginning October 5th for 2027 CNA courses.
- Sports physical and declaration form are both uploaded to American Databank.
Step-by-Step Admission Guide for CNA program admission provided here.
After Completion
Once all requirements are completed, HSHS staff will reach out to you with registration instructions using the email associated with your American DataBank Account account.
Need Help?
HSHS Office: 208-732-6700
Workforce Office: 208-732-6310
Additional Costs
- Textbook: $50+ available via CSI bookstore
- Manual Skills Test: $75.00 per attempt
- Written Test: $50.00 per attempt
- Test Registration Fee: $21 due at the time of registration
- Testing Fee: $34 due at the time of testing
- Costs May Vary For:
- Scrubs
- Analog wristwatch with a second hand
- Closed-toed shoes
- 3-ring binder and pen
- Drug Screen
- Background check
- TB test
- Influenza vaccine
- COVID vaccine
Certification and Exam Process
Upon course completion, students may take the required Manual Skills Test and Written Test for placement on the Idaho CNA Registry.
- Skills Test: 5–7 randomly selected skills, about 1 hour, immediate results, up to 3 attempts.
- Written Test: 90 minutes, offered at CSI, HSHS, and Burley, registration through HSHS, up to 3 attempts.
- Idaho CNA Registry: Remains active with at least 8 hours of CNA employment every 2 years. Extended inactivity may require retesting.
Explore Your Career Options
If you are interested in learning about career opportunities in the Magic Valley take a look below.
If you are interested in learning more about our Work-Based Learning Center resources explore your options below.
Instructor Bio
Alma Padron
CNA Course Description
Learning Outcomes
Students develop a strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and patient care while learning to observe, assess, and support patients effectively. The course covers patient rights, confidentiality, documentation, communication, and safety procedures, helping students provide compassionate, high-quality care in healthcare settings.Who Should Attend?
Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a crucial step for individuals seeking to work or advance in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other patient care environments.
Eligibility Requirements
This class requires verification that you are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Eligibility must be verified before the class begins.
Step 1: Review the Acceptable Documents for Verification (PDF) for the full list of documentation that qualifies.
Step 2: If you have questions after reviewing the PDF, please contact us.
Enrollment Requirements for CNA Course:
Starting Fall 2026, a physical will be added to the list of requirements to be completed for the courses beginning in 2027.
In response to new industry requirements, students must complete the following steps before enrolling in the CNA course:
-
Create an Account with American DataBank (ADB)
- Purchase the CSI Tracking Package (12 months – $19)
- Purchase Background Check ($54 + additional county fees)
-
Immunization Requirements
- Provide proof of TB test, Flu vaccine, and COVID
- (Exemptions for Flu and COVID are available in ADB.)
- Immunization records must be uploaded to American DataBank.
-
Drug Consent Form
- Electronically sign the drug consent form in ADB.
Note: This does not complete your drug screen
-
Complete a 7+ Panel Drug Screen
- Complete your drug screen at a Physician’s Immediate Care Center (preferred location).
- Results are not uploaded to the American Databank/Complio account. The facility needs to send them directly to rlarsen@csi.edu or faxed 208-736-4743.
-
Sports Physical and Health Declaration form
- Beginning October 5th for 2027 CNA courses.
- Sports physical and declaration form are both uploaded to American Databank.
Step-by-Step Admission Guide for CNA program admission provided here.
After Completion
Once all requirements are completed, HSHS staff will reach out to you with registration instructions using the email associated with your American DataBank Account account.
Need Help?
HSHS Office: 208-732-6700
Workforce Office: 208-732-6310
Additional Costs
- Textbook: $50+ available via CSI bookstore
- Manual Skills Test: $75.00 per attempt
- Written Test: $50.00 per attempt
- Test Registration Fee: $21 due at the time of registration
- Testing Fee: $34 due at the time of testing
- Costs May Vary For:
- Scrubs
- Analog wristwatch with a second hand
- Closed-toed shoes
- 3-ring binder and pen
- Drug Screen
- Background check
- TB test
- Influenza vaccine
- COVID vaccine
Certification and Exam Process
Upon course completion, students may take the required Manual Skills Test and Written Test for placement on the Idaho CNA Registry.
- Skills Test: 5–7 randomly selected skills, about 1 hour, immediate results, up to 3 attempts.
- Written Test: 90 minutes, offered at CSI, HSHS, and Burley, registration through HSHS, up to 3 attempts.
- Idaho CNA Registry: Remains active with at least 8 hours of CNA employment every 2 years. Extended inactivity may require retesting.
Explore Your Career Options
If you are interested in learning about career opportunities in the Magic Valley take a look below.
If you are interested in learning more about our Work-Based Learning Center resources explore your options below.
Instructor Bio
Alma Padron
CNA Course Description
Learning Outcomes
Students develop a strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and patient care while learning to observe, assess, and support patients effectively. The course covers patient rights, confidentiality, documentation, communication, and safety procedures, helping students provide compassionate, high-quality care in healthcare settings.Who Should Attend?
Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a crucial step for individuals seeking to work or advance in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other patient care environments.
Eligibility Requirements
This class requires verification that you are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Eligibility must be verified before the class begins.
Step 1: Review the Acceptable Documents for Verification (PDF) for the full list of documentation that qualifies.
Step 2: If you have questions after reviewing the PDF, please contact us.
Enrollment Requirements for CNA Course:
Starting Fall 2026, a physical will be added to the list of requirements to be completed for the courses beginning in 2027.
In response to new industry requirements, students must complete the following steps before enrolling in the CNA course:
-
Create an Account with American DataBank (ADB)
- Purchase the CSI Tracking Package (12 months – $19)
- Purchase Background Check ($54 + additional county fees)
-
Immunization Requirements
- Provide proof of TB test, Flu vaccine, and COVID
- (Exemptions for Flu and COVID are available in ADB.)
- Immunization records must be uploaded to American DataBank.
-
Drug Consent Form
- Electronically sign the drug consent form in ADB.
Note: This does not complete your drug screen
-
Complete a 7+ Panel Drug Screen
- Complete your drug screen at a Physician’s Immediate Care Center (preferred location).
- Results are not uploaded to the American Databank/Complio account. The facility needs to send them directly to rlarsen@csi.edu or faxed 208-736-4743.
-
Sports Physical and Health Declaration form
- Beginning October 5th for 2027 CNA courses.
- Sports physical and declaration form are both uploaded to American Databank.
Step-by-Step Admission Guide for CNA program admission provided here.
After Completion
Once all requirements are completed, HSHS staff will reach out to you with registration instructions using the email associated with your American DataBank Account account.
Need Help?
HSHS Office: 208-732-6700
Workforce Office: 208-732-6310
Additional Costs
- Textbook: $50+ available via CSI bookstore
- Manual Skills Test: $75.00 per attempt
- Written Test: $50.00 per attempt
- Test Registration Fee: $21 due at the time of registration
- Testing Fee: $34 due at the time of testing
- Costs May Vary For:
- Scrubs
- Analog wristwatch with a second hand
- Closed-toed shoes
- 3-ring binder and pen
- Drug Screen
- Background check
- TB test
- Influenza vaccine
- COVID vaccine
Certification and Exam Process
Upon course completion, students may take the required Manual Skills Test and Written Test for placement on the Idaho CNA Registry.
- Skills Test: 5–7 randomly selected skills, about 1 hour, immediate results, up to 3 attempts.
- Written Test: 90 minutes, offered at CSI, HSHS, and Burley, registration through HSHS, up to 3 attempts.
- Idaho CNA Registry: Remains active with at least 8 hours of CNA employment every 2 years. Extended inactivity may require retesting.
Explore Your Career Options
If you are interested in learning about career opportunities in the Magic Valley take a look below.
If you are interested in learning more about our Work-Based Learning Center resources explore your options below.
Instructor Bio
Eliecea Wheeler
CNA Course Description
Learning Outcomes
Students develop a strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and patient care while learning to observe, assess, and support patients effectively. The course covers patient rights, confidentiality, documentation, communication, and safety procedures, helping students provide compassionate, high-quality care in healthcare settings.Who Should Attend?
Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a crucial step for individuals seeking to work or advance in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other patient care environments.
Eligibility Requirements
This class requires verification that you are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Eligibility must be verified before the class begins.
Step 1: Review the Acceptable Documents for Verification (PDF) for the full list of documentation that qualifies.
Step 2: If you have questions after reviewing the PDF, please contact us.
Enrollment Requirements for CNA Course:
Starting Fall 2026, a physical will be added to the list of requirements to be completed for the courses beginning in 2027.
In response to new industry requirements, students must complete the following steps before enrolling in the CNA course:
-
Create an Account with American DataBank (ADB)
- Purchase the CSI Tracking Package (12 months – $19)
- Purchase Background Check ($54 + additional county fees)
-
Immunization Requirements
- Provide proof of TB test, Flu vaccine, and COVID
- (Exemptions for Flu and COVID are available in ADB.)
- Immunization records must be uploaded to American DataBank.
-
Drug Consent Form
- Electronically sign the drug consent form in ADB.
Note: This does not complete your drug screen
-
Complete a 7+ Panel Drug Screen
- Complete your drug screen at a Physician’s Immediate Care Center (preferred location).
- Results are not uploaded to the American Databank/Complio account. The facility needs to send them directly to rlarsen@csi.edu or faxed 208-736-4743.
-
Sports Physical and Health Declaration form
- Beginning October 5th for 2027 CNA courses.
- Sports physical and declaration form are both uploaded to American Databank.
Step-by-Step Admission Guide for CNA program admission provided here.
After Completion
Once all requirements are completed, HSHS staff will reach out to you with registration instructions using the email associated with your American DataBank Account account.
Need Help?
HSHS Office: 208-732-6700
Workforce Office: 208-732-6310
Additional Costs
- Textbook: $50+ available via CSI bookstore
- Manual Skills Test: $75.00 per attempt
- Written Test: $50.00 per attempt
- Test Registration Fee: $21 due at the time of registration
- Testing Fee: $34 due at the time of testing
- Costs May Vary For:
- Scrubs
- Analog wristwatch with a second hand
- Closed-toed shoes
- 3-ring binder and pen
- Drug Screen
- Background check
- TB test
- Influenza vaccine
- COVID vaccine
Certification and Exam Process
Upon course completion, students may take the required Manual Skills Test and Written Test for placement on the Idaho CNA Registry.
- Skills Test: 5–7 randomly selected skills, about 1 hour, immediate results, up to 3 attempts.
- Written Test: 90 minutes, offered at CSI, HSHS, and Burley, registration through HSHS, up to 3 attempts.
- Idaho CNA Registry: Remains active with at least 8 hours of CNA employment every 2 years. Extended inactivity may require retesting.
Explore Your Career Options
If you are interested in learning about career opportunities in the Magic Valley take a look below.
If you are interested in learning more about our Work-Based Learning Center resources explore your options below.
Instructor Bio
Jody Bruffett